Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables
Last inspected:
1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL 331346300Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has accumulated 334 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.8 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has received one warning in the past decade, with a single $120 disciplinary fine on record. Fire safety inspections identified four violations, primarily related to missing or expired boiler documentation between 2016 and 2017. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and improper chemical storage.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
13.7
violations / inspection
13.7 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.71
violations / inspection
6.71 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2014040341 | $120.00 | Aug 26, 2014 | Miami (Doral) |
Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 48-01-5 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler 022031 Exp. 3/08/2017 - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-23: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 48-01-5 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-03-14: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler 022031 Exp. 3/08/2017 - From follow-up inspection on 2017-03-15: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 48-01-5 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler 022031 Exp. 3/08/2017
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector¿s boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-02-5 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (9) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspector boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure or high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 22 violations (15 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables last inspected?
- Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 27, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables?
- The most frequently cited violations at Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables had?
- Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables find?
- Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on August 27, 2026 with 37 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
- No, Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $120.00 in fines.
- How much has Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables been fined?
- Fontana Restaurant in Coral Gables has been fined a total of $120.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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